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November Seattle Area Real Estate Market Update

November Seattle Area Real Estate Market Update This year of shifting in 2018 has produced some amazing trends, both consistent with recent times, and those of what many of us have wished for the past few years. On both the home seller and buyer side, both have experienced some very obtuse and nutty trends that have led to equally nutty consumer behavior. Here are a few of the things we've seen in the market. We've essentially seen THREE different types of markets #1 - The Obnoxiously One-sided Seller's Market Taking our gloves off, this was by far the craziest thing Seattle has ever seen. This began slowly in 2013 and by 2015 it was a full out blitz, lasting until this past Springtime. Waving contingencies, making offers without seeing a home in-person, seeing multiple offers on nearly every home and of course, buyers having to wait a year or two for appreciation to catch up on their high [...]

Welcome to Fall: 6 Things to Add to Your Checklist

Fall Season Checklist: Action Items to Stay Warm Check your gutters, gardens, entryways and windows before the rain comes There’s so many little things to think about for your home before the weather begins to shift both in the Fall and in the Springtime, but these are three of the things sometimes overlooked. Make sure your gutters stay clear of debris so water can flow properly to the downspouts (if you live in single family home). Your garden and barked areas, and sometimes part of your grassy areas need to be ready for the colder weather, more so just keep an eye for puddling. And also your entryways and window seals are important to keep the cold and water out and keep the heat in! Get your boots, gloves and coats out Tis the season! As much as we love our shorts, t-shirts and sandals, it’s time for scarves, coats and layers..and of course, pumpkin lattes and new [...]